English Language Assistance - Programs that issue language I-20s

The following ESL Programs “DO” Issue Form I-20 Visa Documents for ESL Study

UMass Lowell students on a UMass Lowell issued visa document (Form I-20 or Form DS-2019) MUST legally obtain approval from the International Students & Scholars Office (ISSO) prior to starting an official ESL Program.

ISSO will transfer the student’s UMass Lowell I-20 / SEVIS record to the ESL program. Student must maintain full-time status at UMass Lowell until such time that their SEVIS record is transferred.